Article
Environmental Sciences
S. T. M. L. D. Senevirathna, Reza Mahinroosta, Miao Li, Karthika KrishnaPillai
Summary: The study assessed the capacity of in situ soil flushing technique to remediate soil contaminated with PFOS, and proposed a complete treatment process including solvent flushing and water treatment. Additionally, commercially available filter materials suitable for eliminating PFOS were identified.
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Maura Mancinelli, Claudia Stevanin, Matteo Ardit, Tatiana Chenet, Luisa Pasti, Annalisa Martucci
Summary: The adsorption efficiency of Y-type zeolites with different silica/alumina ratios towards perfluorooctanoic acid and perfluorooctane sulfonate was studied. The results showed that these materials can be successfully used for the decontamination of water from perfluoroalkyl chemicals. Additionally, the introduction of silver onto the zeolites improved the performances in removing PFAS from water.
JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL CHEMICAL ENGINEERING
(2022)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Min Yi, Kaituo Wang, Hongyang Wei, Deshuai Wei, Xuefei Wei, Binghu Wei, Lin Shao, Toyohisa Fujita, Xuemin Cui
Summary: In this study, red mud-based geopolymer microspheres were successfully prepared and showed good adsorption properties for fluoride ions. The adsorption experiment results revealed that the microspheres could effectively remove fluoride ions from water and meet the drinking water standard within a short period of time. Furthermore, the microspheres exhibited selective adsorption for different anions in competitive adsorption experiments. Moreover, the red mud-based geopolymer microspheres demonstrated excellent fluoride removal performance in various types of water.
JOURNAL OF HAZARDOUS MATERIALS
(2023)
Article
Nanoscience & Nanotechnology
Francisco Leniz-Pizarro, Holly E. Rudel, Nicolas J. Briot, Julie B. Zimmerman, Dibakar Bhattacharyya
Summary: Adsorption and ion exchange technologies are widely used for separating pollutants from water, but they have diffusion limitations. Pore functionalized membranes, synthesized with different types of polymers, showed promising potential for removing organic and inorganic ions from water with improved sorption capacity and faster kinetics.
ACS APPLIED MATERIALS & INTERFACES
(2023)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Maura Mancinelli, Claudia Stevanin, Matteo Ardit, Tatiana Chenet, Luisa Pasti, Annalisa Martucci
Summary: The adsorption efficiency of Zeolites Y with different silica/alumina ratios towards PFOA and PFOS was investigated, with the Ag-exchanged sample showing higher saturation capacity. XRPD analyses provided insights into the exact location of PFOA and PFOS in the zeolites network and the interaction mechanism with silver.
JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL CHEMICAL ENGINEERING
(2022)
Review
Polymer Science
Gabriel Salfate, Julio Sanchez
Summary: The demand for rare earth elements (REEs) has been increased by contemporary industrial processes and the application of new technologies. However, the increased mining of REEs has led to a supply crisis. Researchers have recently started considering the viability of recovering REEs from secondary sources such as mining wastewaters and acid mine drainage. In order to find more sustainable processes, the performance of various adsorption/ion exchange materials in capturing REEs from water sources is being evaluated.
Article
Engineering, Chemical
Jiaqi Xu, Pan Chen
Summary: In this study, a high-performance lithium-ion sieve was prepared using inexpensive attapulgite. The sieve exhibited excellent adsorption efficiency, selectivity, and recycling properties. The formation of a lithium ion memory pore and the filling of pores by lithium ions were observed during the adsorption process. The study provides a new approach to the market application of attapulgite resources.
Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Yunchuan Deng, Yinhua Wan, Hongdong Yu, Shijie Kang, Yang Deng, Jie Yang
Summary: The hydration mechanism and multiple forces during the leaching process of ionic rare earth ore can cause fracture of the inter-particle bridge cementation and migration of microfine particles, leading to blockage and reduced leaching efficiency. This study investigated the effects of various factors on the migration of microfine particles and found it to be an important factor affecting leaching efficiency. Under the influence of external forces, the microfine particles tended to migrate with the leaching agent.
Article
Environmental Sciences
Christina Vasiliki Lazaratou, Irene-Eva Triantaphyllidou, Ioannis Pantelidis, Dimitris A. Chalkias, George Kakogiannis, Dimitrios V. Vayenas, Dimitrios Papoulis
Summary: The study found that thermally treated palygorskite and sepiolite showed better efficiency in removing ammonium from water; competitive ions in real water samples may influence the removal efficiency; experimental results indicate heterogeneous chemisorption of the samples.
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE AND POLLUTION RESEARCH
(2022)
Review
Environmental Sciences
Melanie Kah, Danielle Oliver, Rai Kookana
Summary: PFAS have contaminated land and water worldwide, requiring remediation through sorption. It is important that spent sorbents loaded with PFAS are disposed of properly to prevent release of contaminants. The sorption and desorption processes of PFAS on engineered sorbents are complex and influenced by various factors.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Analytical
Jiahui Feng, Junhan Li, Yuxin Liao, Fuping Liu, Haonan Li, Qifeng Jiang, Bin Huang, Yingcai Wang, Lili Xiao, Heng Liu, Xuebin Su, Rong Hua
Summary: Developing the recovery technology of rhenium under high molybdenum background is of great importance in recycling rhenium resources from molybdenum concentrate leaching solution. A resin called LSL-N was synthesized with N-methylimidazole as the functional group, which showed a good adsorption capacity for Re(VII) and Mo(VI). The LSL-N resin can simultaneously enrich Re(VII) and Mo(VI) in the eluent, and both molybdenum and rhenium can be recovered through stepwise desorption with different desorbents.
JOURNAL OF RADIOANALYTICAL AND NUCLEAR CHEMISTRY
(2023)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Yanying Hou, Lujie Liu, Qiaole He, Di Zhang, Jiayang Jin, Banghe Jiang, Liming Zhao
Summary: This study investigated the adsorption characteristics of chitooligosaccharides on ion-exchange resin and found that the adsorption equilibrium followed the Langmuir model, with adsorption capacity decreasing with increasing degree of polymerization. The adsorption kinetics were well described by the pseudo-second-order kinetic model. Liquid-film diffusion and intra-particle diffusion were identified as the rate-limiting steps for adsorption. Thermodynamic analysis revealed that the adsorption of chitooligosaccharides on HX-7 resin was spontaneous and feasible, with higher polymerization degrees leading to stronger interaction forces and more favorable adsorption.
CHEMICAL ENGINEERING JOURNAL
(2022)
Review
Materials Science, Textiles
Subhankar Maity, Ashish Dubey, Supriyo Chakraborty
Summary: The article focuses on the use of polypyrrole coated bio-composites for the removal of heavy metals from industrial wastewater, with successful adsorption capacities reported for various metals. This method could provide a cost-effective alternative for industries in wastewater treatment in the future.
JOURNAL OF INDUSTRIAL TEXTILES
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Ying Zhou, Canglang Yao, Xiangxin Lin, Jiyeon Oh, Jinjin Tian, Wenze Yang, Yongjie He, Yunhui Ma, Ke Yang, Bin Ai, Kuan Sun, Zhengping Fu, Yalin Lu, Feng Li, Changduk Yang, Shanshan Chen
Summary: We have demonstrated the design and synthesis of an efficient n-type mixed conductor via ion pair modulation, which exhibits enhanced ionic conductivity and record highest negative thermopower. The binding preference of ion pairs offers energetically favorable ion exchange in the matrix, resulting in tightly bound Mfm PSS species and favorable anion diffusion channels.
ADVANCED FUNCTIONAL MATERIALS
(2023)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Zeqiu Li, Chenyang Yang, Kuk Cho
Summary: In this study, two dittmarite-type magnesium phosphates, KMP and NMP, were synthesized and demonstrated remarkable adsorption capacities for Cs+. However, their ability to adsorb Cs+ from environments with high divalent ion concentrations is limited. After adsorption, KMP and NMP were structurally transformed into CsMP, with two different stacking structures depending on the solution's pH. The high adsorption capacities of KMP and NMP can reduce the volume of radioactive waste for disposal.
JOURNAL OF HAZARDOUS MATERIALS
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Pimchanok Nopprapun, Suwanna Kitpati Boontanon, Pitchaya Piyaviriyakul, Rawiwan Sweattatut, Shigeo Fujii, Hidenori Harada
Summary: Contamination caused by microbial fecal pollution in water bodies is a serious problem in many countries, especially in low- and middle-income countries. Fecal source tracking is an important method used to understand the source of fecal contamination and to decrease the hazard of waterborne diseases that occurs in the environment. The study used a human-associated genetic marker for Escherichia coli (H8) to investigate the source of fecal contamination in the Mae Klong River, Thailand, and the results showed a higher occurrence of E. coli with the H8 marker detection, indicating inadequate sewage treatment in the area.
JOURNAL OF WATER AND HEALTH
(2022)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Khattiya Ounjai, Suwanna Kitpati Boontanon, Pitchaya Piyaviriyakul, Shuhei Tanaka, Shigeo Fujii
Summary: This study investigated microplastic pollution in the Chao Phraya River in Bangkok, Thailand. The results showed that the concentration and characteristics of microplastics varied at different locations, with potential sources including the degradation of single-use plastic products.
JOURNAL OF WATER AND HEALTH
(2022)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Ronald William Lake, Saeed Shaeri, S. T. M. L. D. Senevirathna
Summary: This study further explores the application of the parametric group method of data handling (GMDH) in rainfall modeling and prediction using publicly available temperature and rainfall data. The ordinary GMDH approaches do not provide conclusive results due to lack of consistency in coefficients of determination and analysis of variance. Therefore, an empirical assessment is conducted to explain this inconsistency and improvements such as hybridization with least square support vector machines (LSSVM), application of filters for parameter estimation, and combination with signal processing techniques are investigated.
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE AND POLLUTION RESEARCH
(2023)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Mariane Yvonne Schneider, Hidenori Harada, Kris Villez, Max Maurer
Summary: On-site wastewater treatment plants (OSTs) often lack monitoring, which makes their treatment performance unreliable. Low-maintenance but inaccurate soft sensors are emerging as a solution. We developed a stochastic model and found that soft sensors with 70% accuracy improved the treatment performance from 66% to 98%. Our study suggests using two soft sensors in practical settings: one optimized for maintenance scheduling and one optimized for performance quantification.
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Optics
Tomoko Takahashi, Zonghua Liu, Thangavel Thevar, Nicholas Burns, Dhugal Lindsay, John Watson, Sumeet Mahajan, Sato Yukioka, Shuhei Tanaka, Yukiko Nagai, Balair Thornton
Summary: Researchers have developed a method that combines morphological and chemical information to accurately identify different particle types using optical measurement techniques that don't require sample preparation. By using a combined holographic imaging and Raman spectroscopy setup, they collected data from six different types of marine particles suspended in a large volume of seawater. Unsupervised feature learning was performed on the images and spectral data, and the learned features were combined to achieve better clustering results compared to using only image or spectral features. This method can be used for long-term monitoring of ocean particles without the need for sample collection, and it can be applied to different types of sensor measurements without significant modifications.
Article
Environmental Sciences
Ronald William Lake, Saeed Shaeri, S. T. M. L. D. Senevirathna
Summary: The research introduces the application of the polynomial neural network of the group method of data handling (GMDH) in the regional area of New South Wales, Australia for the first time. Temperature data in the study area were modeled to assess its impact on rainfall depth due to climate change. The GMDH modeling resulted in an overall upward trend in temperature with an average increase of 0.459 degrees C per decade, allowing for improved designs in stormwater infrastructure based on projected temperature variations.
Article
Fisheries
John Conallin, Nyi Nyi Tun, Aye Myint Swe, Lee J. Baumgartner, Zau Lunn, Martin Mallen-Cooper, Tim Marsden, Nathan Ning, Wayne Robinson, Lalantha Senevirathna, Peter Thew
Summary: The construction of dams and other river infrastructures is threatening the population of migratory fish species by reducing river-floodplain connectivity. Fishways are important tools for restoring river connectivity for these fishes, but their effectiveness is often limited by a lack of biological information on the target species, especially in developing countries. This study aimed to inform the design of a vertical-slot fishway for migratory fishes in Myanmar. The results showed that the ability of fish to pass through the flume was influenced by hydraulic conditions and fish size. Obtaining baseline biological information on the target species is crucial for optimizing the effectiveness of planned fishways.
FISHERIES RESEARCH
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Wutyi Naing, Hidenori Harada, Shigeo Fujii, Chaw Su Su Hmwe
Summary: This study proposes a simplified Material Flow Analysis (sMFA) method that utilizes local expert judgment and examines the impact of simplification on uncertainty. The sMFA model is developed and compared with the intensive MFA (iMFA) model in urban Mandalay, Myanmar. The results show that the sMFA provides a good estimation of nitrogen and phosphorus flows with limited increase in uncertainty, except for informal waste streams.
JOURNAL OF MATERIAL CYCLES AND WASTE MANAGEMENT
(2023)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Shaomin Guo, Xiuwei Ao, Xin Ma, Shikun Cheng, Cong Men, Hidenori Harada, Devendra P. Saroj, Heinz -Peter Mang, Zifu Li, Lei Zheng
Summary: This paper introduces a high-gravity technology that improves ammonia stripping from fresh waste leachate and applies a machine learning approach to predict stripping performance. The study finds that ammonia stripping under a high-gravity field achieves an efficiency of 82.73%, and the machine learning model provides good accuracy and predictive performance.
Review
Environmental Sciences
Lalantha Senevirathna, Himali Erandathie Ratnayake, Nadeeka Jayasinghe, Jinlong Gao, Xiaoyan Zhou, Shanika Nanayakkara
Summary: Water fluoridation is a safe and effective public health strategy to improve oral health. This review provides a comprehensive summary of the available evidence on water fluoridation in Australia, including its history, health impacts, cost effectiveness, challenges, and limitations. The findings show that water fluoridation has significantly reduced dental caries in the Australian population and is considered a cost-effective intervention, although it faces challenges in terms of opposition, costs, access, communication, and ethical concerns. Overall, the review highlights the importance of ongoing monitoring and research to ensure the sustainable benefits of water fluoridation. Rating: 9/10.
ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH
(2023)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Linda Strande, Barbara Evans, Marcos von Sperling, Jamie Bartram, Hidenori Harada, Anne Nakagiri, Viet-Anh Nguyen
Summary: Misleading terminology hinders the progress of urban sanitation, and a globally applicable new terminology is proposed to address this issue.
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Jakpong Moonkawin, Loi T. Huynh, Mariane Y. Schneider, Shigeo Fujii, Shinya Echigo, Lien P. H. Nguyen, Thu-Huong T. Hoang, Hai T. Huynh, Hidenori Harada
Summary: Septic tanks in low- and middle-income countries that are not emptied for a long time have poor pollutant removal efficiency and increased greenhouse gas emissions. This study found that shortening the emptying interval improves the removal efficiency and reduces emissions of methane, a potent greenhouse gas.
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Mahmud Aditya Rifqi, Umi Hamidah, Neni Sintawardani, Hidenori Harada, Sikopo Nyambe, Akira Sai, Taro Yamauchi
Summary: Poor hand hygiene practice is associated with increased infections among children in urban slums. Handwashing technique affects the concentration of E. coli, with longer soap contact and cleaning between fingers being effective in reducing E. coli concentration. However, children's handwashing technique is not effective in completely eliminating E. coli from hands, and sustained and consistent handwashing practice is crucial for maximum effectiveness.
JOURNAL OF WATER AND HEALTH
(2023)
Article
Education & Educational Research
Lalantha Senevirathna, Karthika Krishnapillai, Jim Morgan, Shara Cameron
Summary: This article introduces a novel engineering degree program established at Charles Sturt University (CSU), Australia, which aims to nurture engineers well-prepared for practical application. It discusses the program's application in training water engineers and highlights its emphasis on work-based learning, industrial placements, and the development of soft skills. The CSU Engineering program has gained recognition as an exemplar for future education and has overcome challenges posed by COVID-19 restrictions to continue operating seamlessly.
EUROPEAN JOURNAL OF ENGINEERING EDUCATION
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Adrian Hickey, Lalantha Senevirathna
Summary: Climate change is causing more frequent extreme weather events, such as floods, droughts, and heatwaves, which are impacting water supply systems globally. Water agencies and utilities need to develop resilient and adaptable systems to cope with these challenges. Case studies, like the one on water quality and supply management in New South Wales, demonstrate the importance of effective water treatment processes and collaboration among local governments to ensure a secure and reliable water supply during extreme weather events.
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE AND POLLUTION RESEARCH
(2023)
Article
Engineering, Chemical
Arvin Sohrabi, Mousa Meratizaman, Shuli Liu
Summary: This paper simulates and discusses possible solutions to improve the economic and technical performances of a battery-less renewable energy-powered BWRO system under real climate conditions. The study finds that the photovoltaic-based system performs better in terms of specific energy consumption and unused energy ratio.
Article
Engineering, Chemical
Chunlan Pan, Xiaoyin Hu, Vishal Goyal, Theyab R. Alsenani, Salem Alkhalaf, Tamim Alkhalifah, Fahad Alturise, Hamad Almujibah, H. Elhosiny Ali
Summary: This paper introduces a novel waste heat recovery method using the hot flue gas from a ship's engine to produce liquefied hydrogen while meeting the ship's air-conditioning requirement. A comprehensive feasibility assessment is conducted and an artificial neural network with a multiobjective grey wolf optimization method is used for optimization. The findings indicate the highest mean sensitivity index of the flash temperature and the best optimization scenario for exergy efficiency, CO2 emission reduction, and liquefied hydrogen cost.
Article
Engineering, Chemical
Daniele Chinello, Jan Post, Louis C. P. M. de Smet
Summary: In this study, PVDF-based anion-exchange membranes were designed to selectively separate nitrate from chloride. Experimental data showed that increasing the concentration of PVDF enhanced nitrate transport but also increased the membrane electrical resistance. The selectivity of nitrate was found to be independent of the membrane thickness and mainly driven by the increased affinity between the anion and the membrane.
Article
Engineering, Chemical
Umar Noor, Muhammad Fayyaz Farid, Ammara Sharif, Amna Saleem, Zubair Nabi, Muhammad Furqan Mughal, Kiran Abbas, Toheed Ahmed
Summary: Global water scarcity is increasing, and water desalination is an important solution. Multifunctional advanced materials, such as membrane materials and solar-driven desalination, play a crucial role in water desalination. Additionally, these materials can be used for water purification, wastewater treatment, and pollutant elimination.
Article
Engineering, Chemical
Emrah Gumus
Summary: With growing global concerns about climate change and environmental impacts, the use of nuclear energy in naval vessels offers a cleaner and more efficient solution to reduce emissions and address water and energy supply challenges. This study explores a novel system that combines a nuclear-driven supercritical carbon dioxide power cycle with reverse osmosis cogeneration to meet the water and electricity demands in maritime operations, enhancing the sustainability, efficiency, and self-sufficiency of naval vessels. The results indicate that the system has the potential to be a viable and effective solution for naval operations.
Article
Engineering, Chemical
Dao Thi Thanh Huyen, Saikat Sinha Ray, Young -Nam Kwon
Summary: This study focuses on the modification of a commercially available polyamide thin-film composite membrane with a zwitterionic material to enhance its fouling resistance. The modified membrane shows improved salt rejection and reduced permeability compared to the pristine membrane. Fouling tests demonstrate that the modified membrane has a lower fouling ratio and higher recovery ratio. The enhanced antifouling characteristics are attributed to the improved hydrophilicity resulting from the zwitterionic brushes and the salting-in effect.
Article
Engineering, Chemical
Niklas Koeller, Lukas Mankertz, Selina Finger, Christian J. Linnartz, Matthias Wessling
Summary: This study presents a methodology to scale up Flow-electrode Capacitive Deionization (FCDI) technology from lab-scale to pilot-scale systems. By increasing membrane area and using a stacking approach, the FCDI modules were successfully scaled up and achieved a salt transfer rate comparable to lab-scale systems. This provides a foundation for future assessments of energy demand and economics.
Article
Engineering, Chemical
Mona Gulied, Sifani Zavahir, Tasneem Elmakki, Hyunwoong Park, Guillermo Hijos Gago, Ho Kyong Shon, Dong Suk Han
Summary: This study introduces a novel hybrid system that combines direct contact membrane distillation (DCMD) and electrically switched ion exchange (ESIX) to facilitate seawater reverse osmosis (SWRO) brine enrichment and selective lithium recovery.
Article
Engineering, Chemical
Zhiqiang Zhang, Ruifeng Deng, Jiao Zhang, Lu She, Guangfeng Wei, Renyong Jia, Pengyu Xiang, Siqing Xia
Summary: A transmembrane electro-chemisorption system with authigenic acid and base was developed for enhancing ammonia recovery from strong ammonia wastewater. The system efficiently transformed ammonium into free ammonia, which was then adsorbed and recovered through transmembrane chemisorption. This system yielded pure (NH4)2SO4 product and produced valuable byproducts of pure hydrogen and oxygen. Higher applied voltage resulted in better ammonia recovery.
Article
Engineering, Chemical
Alena Popova, Sandrine Boivin, Takuji Shintani, Takahiro Fujioka
Summary: This study aimed to produce a high-integrity RO membrane by forming a polyamide skin layer on a TE support layer, in order to enhance the integrity of the membrane and improve the microbiological safety of potable water reuse.
Article
Engineering, Chemical
Sanjana Yagnambhatt, Saber Khanmohammadi, Jonathan Maisonneuve
Summary: This study investigates the concept of using heat to enhance reverse osmosis (RO) desalination. The effect of temperature on water permeate flux, specific energy, permeate quality, and applied operating pressures is evaluated using an analytical model. The results suggest that under specific conditions, the tradeoff between savings in mechanical pump work and thermal energy input in thermally-enhanced RO can be favorable, leading to overall energy savings.
Article
Engineering, Chemical
Jiangju Si, Chenrui Xue, Shun Li, Linchao Yang, Weiwei Li, Jie Yang, Jihong Lan, Ningbo Sun
Summary: To meet the huge demand for lithium resources, there is an urgent need to develop a new efficient technology for lithium recovery from salt-lake brines. In this study, a selective membrane capacitive deionization system is reported, which achieves high lithium recovery capacity and rate through the use of materials with efficient intercalated pseudo-capacitance and a high specific area porous carbon. The use of a modified thin-coated membrane allows for selective Li+ recovery, and adjusting the concentrations of Li+ and Mg2+ in the feed solution enables higher Li+/Mg2+ selectivity.
Article
Engineering, Chemical
Mohamed R. Salem, R. Y. Sakr, Ghazy M. R. Assassa, Omar A. Aly
Summary: This research proposes a new method of using wasted thermal energies as an additional heating source for solar still distillation units (SSDUs) to increase productivity and reduce pollution and global warming. By testing two SSDUs, the study shows that heating airflow can raise temperatures, enhance freshwater production, and improve system thermal efficiency.
Article
Engineering, Chemical
Qimeng Sun, Miao Sun, Linyan Yang, Yuan Gao, Xinghai Zhou, Lihua Lyu, Chunyan Wei
Summary: This study presents an innovative design and fabrication of a fabric-based conical roll (FCR) evaporator, which enables low-temperature evaporation and achieves high evaporation efficiency with excellent thermal management ability. The evaporator has demonstrated advanced light-harvesting capability and can produce freshwater that meets drinking water standards, showing great potential for applications in desalination and sewage treatment.
Article
Engineering, Chemical
Yidong Zhang, Wangfang Deng, Meiyan Wu, Chao Liu, Guang Yu, Qiu Cui, Pedram Fatehi, Chunlin Xu, Bin Li
Summary: In this study, a novel polydopamine-functionalized lignin-containing pulp foam evaporator with high-efficiency desalination and multi-contaminant adsorption capabilities was designed. The foam evaporator showed excellent light absorption, water absorption, thermal conductivity, and chelation abilities, allowing for solar evaporation and contaminant adsorption synergistically. It also exhibited potential applications in metal ion concentration and contaminated seawater treatments, and demonstrated superior biodegradability compared to poly-styrene foam. This foam material holds promise for developing multifunctional photo-thermal systems for solar-driven water purification.
